Aranmanai 4

So, "Aranmanai 4" is back, and it's like that friend who always has a new story but never quite nails the delivery. The plot throws a bone with something intriguing, but it doesn't really flesh it out, and we're left with the same old average screenplay and narration vibe from the trilogy's earlier escapades.

The comedy's a mixed bag. Some bits will have you cackling, while others might just have you staring blankly. And those jump scares? Yeah, they're more miss than hit.

On the bright side, the story does step it up a notch from the third installment, and the laughs are better than what we got in the second-so, progress? The twists are a bit of a see-saw too-some you won't see coming, others you'll spot from a mile away.

Props to Thamanna, Kovai Sarala and Rashi Khanna, though-they brought their A-game. The VFX? Not top-tier but charming in their own quirky way-might even be a hit with the kiddos.

The production values hold up pretty decently. Oh, and about that sizzling promotional song with Tamanna and Rashi that got you all hyped? Yeah, they skipped that part in the actual movie. Bummer, right?

Bottom line-if you're hunting for a blockbuster-level thrill, this might not be your ticket. But hey, if you're just looking to kill some time and need a few laughs, "Aranmanai 4" could be your casual hangout flick.

As usual same story. Sundar C always use the same story and substitute the actors in his Aranmanai Franchise. 99% percent of the comedy scenes won't make you laugh."Tamannah saving her children" scene is the only good scene in the movie. I loved the work of music director in this film."Baak" concept is good. I laughed in the theater for the sentiment scenes and fight scenes. Graphics is average. Snapchat filter scene is good. Climax song and dance is good. If you want to save your money, don't go to theatre for this movie. Wait for a month and watch it on OTT. If you want to save time, don't watch the movie.

The film Aranmanai 4 is a horror-drama directed by Sundar C. He acted as the protagonist in this movie. Based on the film's narrative and stylistic choices, I would assign it a rating of "below average." The film's plot is unremarkable, and its approach to storytelling is not particularly engaging.

The film's narrative unfolds as Saravanan, the protagonist, seeks to uncover the circumstances surrounding the mysterious deaths of his sister and brother-in-law. As he continues his investigation, he becomes increasingly aware of the influence of a supernatural entity known as "baak." The plot subsequently shifts focus to Ravi and his ghostly sister, as they attempt to protect his niece from the baak's malevolent influence.

The naturalistic performance of the actors is lacking in many plots. There are numerous scenes that feel contrived and artificial. Thamanna's acting in most of her scenes lacks coherence. Additionally, the comedy scenes with Yogi Babu and VVT Ganesh are not effective.

These factors collectively render the film unrecommended, despite its commercial success. The inclusion of an additional item dance, arguably superfluous, may have contributed to its popularity.

What else justifies this amount of laziness? When was the last time Sundar C had an original thought he wanted to explore? This is the 4th movie in a series that didn't have a single good movie (which of course is mostly speculation on my part, as I have only watched the first; which was bad, watched bits of the second; which seemed horrible, and wasn't even aware of a third until I saw the fourth in theaters). There's nothing here to enjoy really, as the movie is as predictable and pathetic as you'd come to expect. Is it funny at least? Nope, not even close. Having Yogi Babu in your movie doesn't automatically make it funny, and this is something directors just seem willfully blind to. In any case, save yourself the trouble of watching it, as there's absolutely nothing to enjoy here. The most it could squeeze out of you is a couple of chuckles and that too could just be you laughing at how stupid the movie is.

From previous Sundar C movies, I can say that his movies can be quite typical and predictable, but Aranmanai 4 is a whole different case for this.

If you are going to watch this movie, please dont go into the cinema with the expectations that I will be the same as the previous installments in the Aranmanai Saga because this movie stands on the top by itself as the best in the series.

Positives:

• Great story concept compared to the previous installments (finally a change of pace)
• Tamanna's performance is top notch and gives that amazing emotional connection to the viewers
• Jump scares in the movie are timed perfectly
• There is absolutely no 'Glamour Scenes (sex appeal from female characters)' in the movie as compared to the previous installments. There is one scene where it pops up but its in the final song during the credits which is fine
• Hiphop Tamizha's music is amazing and can be said carried the flow of the movie
• Cinematography is very clean, cinematic and fits the genre
• Good character developments
• The VFX is decent and works...sometimes

Negatives:

• The comedic scenes for the movie can be the downside to the movie, this is because it is inconsistent but sometimes the jokes do land and feels good.

• The overall pacing of the story is draggy, there is a lot of filler in the first half of the movie that is unnecessary
• There is also this weird flow of the story where at certain points its slow but then a second later everything rushes at you and then goes back to being slow.

• The fight scenes in this movie can be considered to be too exaggerated at points
• Editing at a few parts of the movie is a bit sloppy but overall not too bad

Overall, I believe that Aranmanai 4 is a great horror family entertainer and its also a big step up for Sundar C which is great to see. This movie should be watched in the cinemas while its still running before it goes off the big screens. Again I repeat, dont go in thinking this movie is going to be a typical Sundar C Aranmanai movie...because it really isn't, hopefully those who watch it will understand what I mean.